English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) for Health Service

The project's primary aim is to address health inequalities in the most deprived areas of West London CCG, through teacher led courses in English. It will be part of wider library health information initiatives, which include health promotion events in partnership with NHS using library sites, and engagement with BME and minority organisations.

It is anticipated that the courses will have an impact on the following: • A and E attendance • Employability • Social and digital inclusion • Health and wellbeing • Have positive impact on effectiveness of GP services and budgets addressing, among other things, generic prescribing and tackle growth of antimicrobial resistance • English language skills • Increased use of library services by learners and their families

Additional information: To access and download a copy of the Service Specification and details of the procurement process, potential Bidders are invited to login to the electronic procurement portal "EU-Supply" available at https://nhssbs.eu-supply.com . Registration on EU-Supply is FREE OF CHARGE. Once logged into EU-Supply, search for TENDER REFERENCE 29216 "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) for Health Service", then REGISTER INTEREST. You can then download the documents. Please see EU-Supply Quick User Guide (attached) which will assist your use of the portal. For any technical support, contact the EU-Supply Helpdesk on 0800 840 2050 or support@eu-supply.com. ***DEADLINE for Bid Submissions via the EU-Supply Portal is 12noon, Tuesday 5th October 2017***